Dagenham Fords for 1961
In the forefront of Ford of Dagenham’s 1961 line-up is the Ford Consul Classic, launched with much hoop-la in May. It was competitively priced, but its looks did not win popular appeal. The model was phased out in October 1963, replaced by the better-selling Corsair. The Ford 105E Anglia behind was a big seller, enjoying an eight-year production life until early 1968. The lusty 6-cylinder Zephyr was nearing the end of its production. A personal favourite, it would be replaced by the square-cut Zephyr III in 1962. Bringing up the rear is an almost forgotten model, the Classic-derived Capri coupe. Its name would be revived in 1969 by a much more successful car.
Dagenham Fords for 1961
In the forefront of Ford of Dagenham’s 1961 line-up is the Ford Consul Classic, launched with much hoop-la in May. It was competitively priced, but its looks did not win popular appeal. The model was phased out in October 1963, replaced by the better-selling Corsair. The Ford 105E Anglia behind was a big seller, enjoying an eight-year production life until early 1968. The lusty 6-cylinder Zephyr was nearing the end of its production. A personal favourite, it would be replaced by the square-cut Zephyr III in 1962. Bringing up the rear is an almost forgotten model, the Classic-derived Capri coupe. Its name would be revived in 1969 by a much more successful car.